I find this notion to be a complement that my photographic creations have a perception of surrealism not thought to be captured via traditional photographic methods. I am naturally drawn to bold color, intricate shadows, and curious subject matter that create a sense of beauty and intrigue. The simplest of objects in reality can become imaginative visions when viewed through a camera lens. My phot
ographs represent everyday entities infused with light to evoke a sense of cheerful curiosity. My quest is to transform the ordinary into a unique visual experience. If you are asking yourself if it’s truly real or imagined, then I have achieved my mission. Biography
Stephenie Zentara grew up in a small town in Connecticut where creativity was encouraged and artistic expression fueled her appetite. Throughout her childhood she demonstrated a passion for the arts by engaging in painting, ceramics, music, and theater. During college, her thirst for scientific knowledge overtook her creative yearning. She graduated with a degree in biology and embarked on a journey that led to a continuing career in the pharmaceutical industry. However, her creative spirit was left unsatisfied. Stephenie fulfilled her desire to travel after marrying her soul mate and best friend, John. During international adventures, Stephenie rekindled her creative calling and fell in love with the artistic empowerment of photography. As a self-taught photographer, she enjoys capturing traditional images during her travels. Recently, she embarked on a quest to represent ordinary objects infused with light to create an atmosphere of bold color and curiosity. She hopes that her contemporary work will inspire the creativity and imagination of its viewers.